GDS Recruitment 2025 Notification Details

India Post will release the GDS Recruitment 2025 notification for Gram Dalali Services posts including Sorting Assistant, Data Entry Operator, and Post Office Assistant. Candidates can apply online once the official advertisement appears on the India Post website.

Important Dates for GDS 2025

Eligibility for GDS 2025

Age Limit

• Minimum: 18 years
• Maximum: 40 years (variations apply for OBC, SC/ST, and PWD candidates)

Educational Qualifications

• Sorting Assistant: Matriculation (10th) with basic computer knowledge
• Data Entry Operator: Matriculation with typing speed of 25 words per minute
• Post Office Assistant: 12th standard (higher secondary)

All candidates must be Indian citizens and meet local residency requirements for specific postal circles.

Application Process for GDS Recruitment 2025

1. Registration: Visit the official India Post recruitment portal and create a registration ID.
2. Fill Application Form: Enter personal details, educational qualifications, and post preferences.
3. Upload Documents: Submit scanned photographs and signature as per specifications.
4. Payment of Fee: Pay applicable fees online (general category: ₹100).
5. Submit Application: Review all details and finalise the submission.

Exam Pattern and Syllabus

The GDS exam includes a single objective paper with 100 questions carrying 100 marks. Topics cover:

• General Awareness: Current events, Indian Constitution, and postal services
• Arithmetic: Simplification, percentages, and data interpretation
• Reasoning: Analogies, coding-decoding, and series completion
• English/Regional Language: Basic grammar and vocabulary

The exam duration is 2 hours with a negative marking scheme of 1/3rd mark per wrong answer.

Preparation Strategies

• Focus on previous year papers and practice time management.
• Strengthen arithmetic and reasoning through daily quizzes.
• Stay updated on national issues for general awareness sections.
• Use official India Post study material released with the notification.

FAQs

Q1: How many vacancies are expected in GDS Recruitment 2025? A: Official numbers will be announced with the notification, but historical data suggests over 50,000 positions.

Q2: Can final year students apply? A: Yes, provided they meet the educational qualification by the result date mentioned in the notification.

Q3: What is the exam center selection process? A: Candidates can choose centers during application, subject to availability.

Q4: Is physical verification required after selection? A: Yes, selected candidates must complete a medical examination and document verification.